Stormwater Program Specialist - Schofield Barracks, HI

Company: Colorado State University - Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands
Title: Stormwater Program Specialist - Schofield Barracks, HI
Location: Schofield Barracks, HI
Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/140118
Apply by date for full consideration: 3/4/2024
Salary Range: $65,000 to $72,000

Position Summary:
CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/ 

A Stormwater Program Specialist position is available with Colorado State University and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) to be located at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The Stormwater Program Specialist is responsible for managing storm water permits and monitoring for compliance with the Clean Water Act, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) programs.

The Specialist will:

• Conduct construction site run-off control reviews to determine compliance for construction sites located on Army installations. Work shall include review of permit applications, project review, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) review, site inspections, training, outreach, and review of Best Management Practices (BMPs).
• Update the annual Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP) report to include inspections/maintenance of the storm water system, construction site compliance results, spill data, potential Low Impact Development (LID) projects, and water quality sampling results.
• Collect information concerning installation maintenance of the storm water system. Work shall include site inspections and coordinating with DPW Operation and Maintenance staff to evaluate problem areas.
• Assist in the submission of renewal application for Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits to the City and County of Honolulu.
• Develop and implement the Army’s public education, outreach, and participation program for storm water/wastewater. Develop and present general information about the USAG-HI SWMP to a variety of audiences such as elementary school students, DPW staff and contractors; and tracking the public outreach activities and develop strategy to determine effectiveness.
• Serves in spill response capacity to evaluate conditions, obtain samples and report to the State of Hawaii Department of Health as needed.

Work location is dependent on the needs of the partner/project/role. In some instances, positions may require staff to be fully in-person. In other instances, hybrid or remote arrangements may be possible.

Required Qualifications:    

• Applicants must have a BS or BA degree
• 1 year of relevant experience supporting environmental compliance programs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Employee Benefits: 
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/  & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/. 

Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.

Apply using the link below:

https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/140118